Anise Biscotti

Italian Dessert Recipes

2 c. flour 1/2 c. + 1 1/2 Tbsp. sugar 2 1/2 tsp. anise seeds 3/4 tsp. baking powder 1/4 tsp. salt 3 Tbsp. vegetable oil 2 tsp. vanilla extract 2 eggs, lightly beaten nonstick spray 1 tsp. water 1 egg white, lightly beaten

Why leave biscotti to the coffee place? Make this Italian treat at home! Anise adds a hint of licorice. Yield: 2 dozen biscotti Note: This batter is very stiff - you'll need a stand mixer (or biceps of steel!). Combine flour, sugar, anise seeds, baking powder, and salt in a large bowl. Combine oil, vanilla, and eggs. Add to dry mixture. Mix until well blended. Have faith, it'll look like it will never come together, but it will. Spray a baking sheet with nonstick spray. Press the dough into a ball. Then on the baking sheet, form the dough into a 12-inch (30.5cm) roll. Flatten it by hand to 1/2 inch (1.25cm) thick. In a small bowl, combine egg white with water. Brush over loaf. Bake at 350°F for 20 min. Slide onto a wire rack and let cool. Slice diagonally into 1/2-inch (1.25cm) slices. Place the slices cut side down on the baking sheet. Brush with remaining egg white mixture and sprinkle with sugar. Bake at 350°F for 20 min. Let cool on racks.

Submitted by Gretchen Grant
Contributed on: Wednesday June 6th, 2007 and modified on Sunday March 13th, 2011